Houthi Leader Denies Targeting Mecca, Pledges to Protect Holy City
Abdul Malik al-Houthi says his movement has no intention of striking Mecca and vows to defend Islamic holy sites, according to Al Jazeera.
Houthi leader Abdul Malik al-Houthi has denied that his movement intends to target Mecca, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
In remarks cited by the outlet, al-Houthi pledged to protect Mecca and other Islamic holy sites, pushing back against claims that the group poses a threat to the cities.
Al Jazeera did not provide further details on the context in which the comments were made or specify the claims al-Houthi was responding to.
The Houthi movement, which controls parts of Yemen, has been engaged in a prolonged conflict involving regional actors, including Saudi Arabia, which is home to Mecca and Medina, Islam's two holiest cities.
Al Jazeera's report did not include additional statements from al-Houthi or reaction from Saudi authorities.
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